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American citizens travelling to Iraq

Citizens of United States that are travelling to Iraq need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Iraq

🚨 some unsafe neighbourhoods
🐌 Below average wifi
🤝 friendly locals
mild weather
❄️ cold weather
conflict area
ancient remnants

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Iraq from United States usually are around 749.00 USD. Turkish Airlines is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Iraqi Airways

. Popular domestic airlines are

Iraqi Airways

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Zain

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is IQD.

1 USD = 1190.000000 IQD

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $5.01 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Some U.S. citizens must obtain an exit stamp at a Residency Office before departing the country.:Some visitors who plan to stay for more than 10 days must also obtain a residency stamp.:Visitors who come as part of a government-sponsored tour, upon presentation of proper paperwork from the government, may receive a visa on arrival at Baghdad International Airport for $80 + 1250 Iraqi dinar. Visitors are not required to obtain any other permits, including for Iraqi Kurdistan, or submit blood tests.:

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

Iraq has confirmed a number of cases of COVID-19. It has implemented enhanced screening and entry restrictions. With the volatile security environment and the ongoing threat of kidnappings, we advise you to leave Iraq if it is safe to do so. If you are in Iraq despite our advice, be alert and check media for updates on new threats. We haven't changed our level of advice: Do not travel to Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, due to the volatile security situation and very high risk of violence, armed conflict, kidnapping and terrorist attack.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Iraq. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (1.57 / 5)
Safety (0.25 / 5)
Cost of Living (4.41 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$41.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$5.01 USD

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Popular Cities in Iraq

Baghdad

Basra

Mosul

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